Holiday clothes

[RemusLupinsBiggestGroupie]

Going to Italy for a week in August.

I've got:
one playsuit
a pair of denim shorts
a black sundress
a red sundress
a denim midi skirt
a 'dressy' dress
t-shirts
a couple of boho-ish cotton blouses to wear with shorts or the denim skirt
What else do I need? Struggling to find any nice cotton dresses. Assume I'll need either another pair of shorts or another playsuit maybe?

Thanks. :)

[RemusLupinsBiggestGroupie]

I like Cos but most of their dresses and skirts are far too long for me.

[LockedOutOfMN]

Take a massive lightweight scarf; it will keep you warm on the plane and anywhere overly airconditioned, and you can use it to cover up if you visit a church or shrine.

Accessorize is good for hats. You can check online if there's one at your airport, where the prices are slightly reduced.

[duvetfan]

I'm not sure that they are in anyway stylish but I got a pair of navy culottes from next. They are jersey and quite long, as I hate my legs and I'm very self conscious about my weight gain. I thought they'd be hideous but I wore them loads in Italy and indeed since I got home. I'm not usually a next shopper but I like them, they are comfy and quite flattering even on me and I'm short.

[Floisme]

The main thing missing for me is some cover for arms and shoulders. Not just for churches. I've never been to the lakes but I've been in Italy a few times in August and the sun is pitiless no matter how good your tolerance.

It may just be me but I don't bother taking 'evening' clothes any more because we never go back to change. We always suddenly realise we're starving and find somewhere to eat / drink wherever we happen to be.

That said, I really like the Oliver Bonas dress and think it would be more versatile when you get back from holiday.

[seefeld]

Have you looked at Warehouse? They’ve got quite a few 100% cotton dresses in this season.

[KaliforniaDreamz]

secure-www.gap.co.uk/browse/product.do?cid=1013327&pcid=57372&vid=1&pid=000336339000

this just arrived tucked inside a massive kids' clothes order and it is very flattering. i got a petite size S (i'm 5'2 and size 10)
so a regular XS might fit if you are similar proportions.TBH i think i'd prefer it a bit longer anyway.

I too was eaten alive from 3pm in Francce. Oil based suncream works well as the feckers cannot get their proboscus in.

[AlwaysTryingToHelp]

Warehouse has some beautiful summer clothes this season, they aren't too expensive too and I find the quality very good for what you pay.

www.warehouse.co.uk/gb/clothing/dresses/linen-check-dress/032742.html?dwvar_032742_color=28&position=24&cgid=dresses#&start=24&categoryID=dresses


www.warehouse.co.uk/gb/clothing/dresses/stripe-wrap-maxi-dress/032966.html?dwvar_032966_color=33&position=33&cgid=dresses#plpPosition=24&start=33&categoryID=dresses

www.warehouse.co.uk/gb/clothing/dresses/asymmetric-midi-dress/031629.html?cgid=dresses&position=94&dwvar_031629_color=36#sz=60&plpPosition=33&start=94&categoryID=dresses

[KaliforniaDreamz]

Completely agree about Warehouse - their clothes are often vg quality.
Having said that i have just had a jumspuit rip after one wear. But that may have been more about my dancing than the jumpsuit.

that 3rd dress i saw on a woman walking down the street and it looked fabuous, really classic lines etc.

[RemusLupinsBiggestGroupie]

Thanks all.

I've got a chambray shirt, which is quite light if arm covering is needed and a v light kimono thing. Can't imagine we'll be going into churches much though, to be honest.

Not a fan of any of those Warehouse dresses - I don't like blue (although like the navy dress other than the fact it's blue), and that check one would be a disaster on me. I've got a black maxi dress but feel like a fat Greek widow in it, so doubt I'll be taking it.

[RemusLupinsBiggestGroupie]

Oh and I'll only be taking one 'evening' dress, largely because it's beautiful and I don't very often get chance to wear it!

[RemusLupinsBiggestGroupie]

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[KaliforniaDreamz]

That is lovely.
I caved and ordered some of those flying squirrel jumpsuits and one of those ebay dresses.
i shall report back.

i am wearing Gap dress mentioned above and it is a million degrees here. i reckon i can wear it on beach or in posh restaurant too. hurrah.

[KaliforniaDreamz]

www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01JP8P7AK/ref=pe_3187911_185740111_TE_item?tag=mumsnet&ascsubtag=mnforum-21

www.ebay.co.uk/itm/253622013375

[RemusLupinsBiggestGroupie]

Sorry but I really don't like that jumpsuit thing - I'd look like a sack of spuds in it.

[Atalune]

I bought this to wear with some gold flat sandals an little gold hoop earrings in the evenings.

[CountFosco]

You're 5'2" aren't you? I've just got this from Zara. It's super soft linen, not scratchy at all. I'm 5'2" and it's on my knee. The neckline and sleeves are perfect. I ordered a medium based on what their size guide said but I'd say I should have gone for a small looking at how the model looks. Having said that I would be keeping it because I like the baggy look if it wasn't for the lack of pockets and more annoyingly the belt is attached at the back, I'd rather use a proper belt. I was looking for a work dress and this was a bit short but it would be lovely for a holiday.

What I've actually bought is this for work. Pockets and I'm getting a green belt from Topshop. It's mid calf on me at the moment, I might get it shortened so it's the same length on me as the model.

[RemusLupinsBiggestGroupie]

I like both of those dresses, Count, but they're not what I'm after. I want an old fashioned 'sundress' style, with a proper waist. Might have to bite the bullet and try the Oliver Bonas one on!

Atalune - that's nice, but is it poly? I'm 34FF, so can't really do strapless.

[CountFosco]

Also, don't buy that bloody Next linen dress that keeps getting recommended on here, I keep seeing overweight women in it and it looks really frumpy, pick something more fun. I do like these shorts. Linen viscose blend, much cooler than denim shorts.

Completely get what you mean about getting tops to go with skirts. I have an awesome midi skirt from Sainsbos but only have one COS top that looks amazing with it.

[RemusLupinsBiggestGroupie]

I won't be buying the linen dress - the style does nothing for me, and I hate linen. Those shorts are quite nice, but I still hate linen!

[Atalune]

It’s cotton! Wears/feels lovely.

Is strapless an option bra wise? Or you could get some thick shoulder straps sewn on, dead easy £10 max, and if you’re shortish then get the legs loped off and use that material.

[Nettletheelf]

Are you open to fitted cropped trousers? They are versatile, you can usually find them in decent cotton (M&S usually have them) and they are good for petite people. They are good for a smarter daytime look and you could wear them for evening with your silk cami.

[timeisnotaline]

Is one of the dresses at least midi length? So much easier to swan around without worrying about legs!

[calzone]

Are you going to Lake Garda?

We are going for 2 weeks on the 4th.

[RemusLupinsBiggestGroupie]

Yes - a week in LG.

One of the dresses is midi length. I want at least one more midi one - sleeveless. And another pair of shorts.

Don't really fancy cropped fitted trousers - feel warm just contemplating them.

[calzone]

I went to H&M and bought some of the cheap bardot dresses.

Also a White linen dress for the lake.

Definitely take a sun hat. Big brimmed.

Make sure you go to Sirmione. Beautiful.